Chapter 3 Review

A citizen demonstrates loyalty to his or her nation in exchange for _______________.

• money

• protection

• jobs

• fun

Which of the following is NOT a way to become a U.S. citizen through birth?

• You were born within a year of your parents leaving the U.S.

• One of your parents is a U.S. citizen.

• You were born in a U.S. territory.

• You were born on U.S. soil

What is the process that allows immigrants to become citizens.

• immigration

• confirmation

• naturalization

• delegation

All of the following are requirements for immigrants to become U.S. citizens EXCEPT:

• resident of the U.S. for at least five years

• able to read, write and speak English

• pass a civics test and pledge loyalty to the U.S.

• provide letters of recommendation

What would the most likely consequence if citizens began refusing to fulfill their citizenship responsibilities.

• People would face the threat of losing their individual rights and freedoms.

• People would benefit from the direction of strong leaders who would guard their freedoms.

• People would have more free time because they would have fewer social obligations.

• People would find that society was able to look after itself with the help of civic participation.

Which of the following is an obligation of citizenship?

• being informed about issues

• voting in elections

• paying taxes

• volunteering for public service

Clean water, police protection, and paved streets are all privileges enjoyed by American citizens. What responsibility must be met in order for these services to continue?

• pay taxes

• attend school

• vote

• volunteer

Democratic elections, trials by jury, and citizens decisions on laws are important principles of government. To work appropriately, they should all depend on

• three branches of government

• a large and powerful country

• a government with a democratic form of government

• educated and informed citizens

What is the primary reason for the obligation of jury duty?

• to guarantee a fair trial

• to keep a record of the population

• to instill patriotism

• to allow the use of free speech

Which type of service project helps promote the common good?

• planning a neighborhood recycling program

• completing homework on time

• participating in a neighborhood party

• visiting public libraries